Tetsuo Kanao
Voice ActorTetsuo Kanao is a Japanese actor, born in 1950, affiliated with Theatre Company Subaru, who voiced Patros in Bleach.
Bleach Role
Kanao voices Patros in Bleach, contributing to the supporting cast of Studio Pierrot's anime adaptation. The role draws on his background as a trained stage actor rather than a dedicated voice-acting specialist.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Tetsuo Kanao voice in Bleach?
Kanao voices Patros in Bleach, contributing to the supporting cast of Studio Pierrot's anime adaptation. It is one of the relatively few voice-acting credits in a career built mostly around stage work.
What theater company is Tetsuo Kanao affiliated with?
Kanao has spent his career as a member of Theatre Company Subaru, one of Japan's established stage acting troupes, taking on occasional voice work alongside his theatrical performances.
When was Tetsuo Kanao born?
Tetsuo Kanao was born in 1950 in Japan. He is best known to Bleach fans for voicing the supporting character Patros.
When did Tetsuo Kanao begin his acting career?
Kanao has been active professionally since 1977, building a career centered on stage performance rather than dedicated voice work.
Is Tetsuo Kanao primarily a stage actor or a voice actor?
Kanao is a trained stage actor first, and his Bleach role draws on that theatrical background rather than a specialization in voice acting. Roles like Patros sit alongside his ongoing stage work rather than replacing it.
Sources & Information
This content is original writing by Daddy Jim Anime based on the Bleach anime series, manga, and official materials. Episode and chapter references are cited where applicable.
Rights holders
- Created byTite Kubo
- Published byShueisha
- Animated byStudio Pierrot
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